Job SummaryThe
Project Management Leader provides strategic and operational leadership for the project management organization, ensuring consistent execution of projects that are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and in alignment with customer expectations. This role is responsible for leading project management teams, standardizing project delivery processes, driving financial performance, and developing talent while fostering collaboration across sales, engineering, operations, accounting, and performance assurance teams.
The Project Management Leader serves as the primary link between executive leadership and the project management organization, promoting operational excellence, continuous improvement, and accountability throughout the project lifecycle.
Target Salary: $125,000 - $160,000 dependent on experience.
Project Management Leader Responsibilities- Lead, develop, and mentor Project Managers and project management support staff, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, continuous improvement, and exceptional customer service.
- Provide strategic oversight of the project portfolio to ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and in accordance with contractual requirements and SitelogIQ's project delivery standards.
- Establish and maintain standardized project management processes, ensuring consistent execution across planning, procurement, construction, commissioning, closeout, and transition to ongoing operations.
- Monitor project schedules, resource allocation, financial performance, revenue recognition, forecasting, billing, and gross margin to achieve business objectives while proactively identifying and mitigating risks.
- Partner with Sales, Engineering, Operations, Accounting, and Performance Assurance teams to support project development, successful project handoffs, and continuous operational improvement.
- Ensure Project Managers are accurately reviewing project scopes, estimates, schedules, and execution strategies to ensure technical accuracy, operational readiness, and successful project delivery.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, subcontractors, vendors, and other stakeholders while serving as the primary escalation point for complex project and customer issues.
- Drive process improvements that increase productivity, strengthen project controls, improve reporting, and enhance customer satisfaction.
- Promote a culture of safety, quality, and regulatory compliance by ensuring adherence to company policies, industry standards, and contractual requirements throughout the project lifecycle.
- Monitor key performance indicators, conduct regular business and project reviews, and provide leadership with actionable insights on project performance, resource needs, risks, and opportunities.
- Support organizational growth by participating in talent development, succession planning, performance evaluations, and strategic initiatives that strengthen the Project Management organization.
- Promote ownership, accountability, and compliance across the Project Management team by setting clear expectations and reinforcing consistent standards.
Project Management Leader Qualifications- Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related technical field, or 8-10 years of equivalent experience.
- 8-10+ years of progressively responsible experience in construction, energy services, or project management.
- 5+ years leading and developing project management teams.
- Strong understanding of project financial management, budgeting, forecasting, revenue recognition, and cost controls.
- Demonstrated success managing multiple complex projects simultaneously.
- Excellent leadership, communication, coaching, and organizational skills.
- Strong customer relationship management experience.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and project management software.
- Valid driver's license with ability to travel approximately 20-30%.
Project Management Leader Preferred Qualifications- PMP certification.
- MBA or advanced technical degree.
- Experience with ERP/project financial systems.
- Experience in energy services, renewable energy, facilities improvements, or design-build construction.
- Knowledge of DSA, utility coordination, commissioning, and public-sector projects.
Project Management Leader Skills & Abilities- Excellent people management skills, including setting clear expectations, communicating performance, motivating, mentoring, coaching, and training
- Strong time management skills
- Ability to communicate and influence credibly at all levels of an organization
- Ability to analyze data and guide decision-making using resulting insights
Work Environment & Physical RequirementsThis position is performed in an office and client locations. This position may sit for extended periods, stand, and walk frequently, lift, and carry moderate weight (up to 20 pounds), use hands and fingers to operate a computer, phone, and keyboard. Travel is required to client locations and sometimes require dexterity for handling materials or product demonstrations. It may also involve prolonged periods of driving and being on the road.
BenefitsWe offer a highly competitive salary, and comprehensive benefits, including:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Disability and life insurance
- 401K
- Flex time off
- 12 paid holidays
- Tuition reimbursement
- Opportunities to drive our DE&I efforts by joining our affinity groups, Veterans and Allies Leadership Organization, or Women Inspiring & Strengthening Everyone
- Opportunities to give back to our local communities through organized events or fundraisers
NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may be asked to perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of the Organization
